Kitten Vest Knit Tutorial: Step-by-Step Vest Knitting

If you’ve been wanting to try a small garment project, this Kitten Vest knit tutorial is a fun place to start. Since it’s split into two parts, you can follow along at a comfortable pace and focus on the techniques as you go.

In the videos, you’ll see how the vest comes together step-by-step, with helpful visuals for the areas that can feel tricky the first time. If you’re newer to garments, don’t worry—watching the construction process in real time can make everything click.

How This Kitten Vest Comes Together (Construction + Shaping)

A vest project usually teaches you a lot: clean edges, shaping, and finishing—all skills you’ll use again and again. As you follow this tutorial, pay close attention to how each section is built and how the fabric is handled between steps.

One tip that helps: keep your work organized as you go. Use stitch markers when the tutorial suggests key points, and take a moment to check your progress after major steps (before moving on). It’s much easier to adjust early than to redo later.

If your fabric looks a little different from what you see on screen, that’s normal. Small differences often come from tension—so focus on the process, and aim for consistent stitches rather than “perfect” stitches.

Images and pattern courtesy of Susudiy.com

Kitten Vest Knit Tutorial Videos (Part 1 & Part 2)

Follow along with both parts in order. Part 1 typically helps you get the foundation and main sections started, while Part 2 is great for continuing the build and seeing how everything is finished.

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Part 2:

Source: Susan's Family 蘇蘇姐家

Common Vest Knitting Mistakes (And Easy Fixes)

The most common hiccup on vest projects is losing track of where you are in the steps. If you ever feel unsure, pause and rewatch the last minute—video tutorials are perfect for that.

Also, don’t rush the finishing. Taking time with neat seaming and tidy edges makes the final vest look polished, even if you’re still building confidence with garment knitting.

Happy knitting, and I hope this kitten vest is a project you’ll want to make (or save!) again.

— Hannah